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I am a Higher Education and Student Affairs graduate student here at the University of South Carolina (Go Cocks!), and I chose Joe Morrison as the subject of my Historical Biography paper and presentation.

I have gathered a variety of newspaper articles and general information on JoMo, but I would love some of your colorful input (things not found in newspapers) on his legacy here at USC. If you have any unique pictures/videos of Joe Morrison or any photos of football memorabilia from that era that you'd like to share, I would love to use it in my presentation.

Also, I know some of you were here at USC that time, if you have any personal stories or experiences you'd like to share, I'd love to add those, as well.

Finally, if there is anyone you believe that I should contact/interview, I would appreciate that feedback, also!

Thank you for taking the time to read this post! I look forward to sharing the life of Joe Morrison with those unaware of his legacy here at USC! :)

story going the rounds back then-- the other coaches used to rag him about how he dressed. One day he came in all dressed nice and the coaches started laughing. Joe, you still wearing those white socks.

I'm really enjoying these tidbits about Joe Morrison, everyone! I especially didn't know about the 3 things he wrote on the chalkboard, about him smoking on the sidelines, the night/atmosphere he passed away, and about getting teased by the other coaches. Based off of what I'm finding in articles and the info here, I'm extremely confident that I picked the right man to research.

If anyone has any other memories, unique photos/videos, or suggestions of who to contact, please continue to share! Thank you!

Might want to do a brief check on his pro career with the NY Giants. He was a multipurpose type player in that he played different positions, as needed, offense and defense. If I am not mistaken, his number was retired by them, #40. Tough competitor and a fan favorite.

__________________"When I was young I looked like Al Capone, but I lacked his compassion." - Oscar Levant

I'm really enjoying these tidbits about Joe Morrison, everyone! I especially didn't know about the 3 things he wrote on the chalkboard, about him smoking on the sidelines, the night/atmosphere he passed away, and about getting teased by the other coaches. Based off of what I'm finding in articles and the info here, I'm extremely confident that I picked the right man to research.

If anyone has any other memories, unique photos/videos, or suggestions of who to contact, please continue to share! Thank you!

Caroliniana Library on the Horseshoe has archives of all the old Gamecock publications, and the annual yearbooks. I would look in there for unique photographs and articles that are not widespread.

When I lived in Cola me and a buddy of mine were watching practice one spring day. Coach Morrison came out from under the stands right where we were peering through the fences (couldn’t get inside that particular day, but we just liked hanging around the stadium to take in everything Gamecock). He approached us, introduced himself and then we asked him about taking a tour of the stadium. He told us to call his secretary to set up an appt. As we were rehashing his instructions, he paused and said, “do you guys have some time now?” Oh my gosh, it was great! He gave us a personal tour of the entire stadium, locker rooms, weight room, etc – we even sat in his office for a short while and chatted.

I am a Higher Education and Student Affairs graduate student here at the University of South Carolina (Go Cocks!), and I chose Joe Morrison as the subject of my Historical Biography paper and presentation.

I have gathered a variety of newspaper articles and general information on JoMo, but I would love some of your colorful input (things not found in newspapers) on his legacy here at USC. If you have any unique pictures/videos of Joe Morrison or any photos of football memorabilia from that era that you'd like to share, I would love to use it in my presentation.

Also, I know some of you were here at USC that time, if you have any personal stories or experiences you'd like to share, I'd love to add those, as well.

Finally, if there is anyone you believe that I should contact/interview, I would appreciate that feedback, also!

Thank you for taking the time to read this post! I look forward to sharing the life of Joe Morrison with those unaware of his legacy here at USC! :)

As someone who has his degree in history from USC, I'd be curious as to how you're going to cite your sources for information you're seeking to obtain in this thread.

I'm not asking to be a jerk, I'm asking because I'm legitimately intrigued at the idea of perusing a message board for information to be included in a historical biography. Its a medium I never would have thought to include back in my day.